The theme park property will host what Orange County calls the POD or a large distribution point for vaccine distribution.
Disneyland will be the first of five Super POD sites in Orange County, with the capacity to vaccinate thousands of people every day. The other sites will be announced as their agreements are finalized.
The vaccination site in the park is expected to become operational later this week.
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“Disneyland Resort, the largest employer in the heart of Orange County, has stepped up to host the county’s first Super POD site – taking on a monumental role in our vaccination distribution process,” said County Supervisor Andrew Do, President of Supervisors.
“We truly appreciate the support of the Orange County Fire Department, our cities and our residents as we continue to launch COVID-19 vaccinations throughout the county.”
A Disneyland executive said the theme park was happy to support vaccination efforts.
“Disneyland Resort is proud to help support Orange County and Anaheim with the use of our property and we are grateful for all their efforts to combat COVID-19. After a year in which so many in our community have faced unprecedented hardship and uncertainty, there are now reasons to be optimistic about administering a vaccine, “said Dr. Pamela Hymel, Medical Director, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.
More information on vaccine distribution and setting priorities in Orange County is available here.
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Disneyland remained closed to the public under state orders to stay at home.
The Downtown Disney shopping district is open with limited capacity and safeguards in place.
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